Manager, Shelter Diversion Program - Toronto, Canada - Good Shepherd Centres

Good Shepherd Centres

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Manager, Shelter Diversion Program

(1 Year Contract)

If you are looking for a career working with amazing people while helping your community thrive, then this opportunity is for you and we want to hear from you.

We urge individuals that have retired, semi-retired, are returning to the workforce, those that are new to Canada, and recent graduates to also apply.

At Good Shepherd, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, equal and authentic workplace.

About Good Shepherd

The Good Shepherd, as it is affectionately called, is well known on the streets of Toronto. It's a place to get a hot meal, clean clothes, and a safe, clean bed for the night, Good Shepherd is a place to go when you need someone to listen, someone to help. Good Shepherd is a place that promotes human dignity. A place where people come first. A place where the invisible, the vulnerable, the homeless - come first of all This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd Ministries - Toronto.

Why work with us?

Be a part of a caring
TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY:
POSITIVE and
ENCOURAGING atmosphere
Dental Care
Disability Insurance

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EMPLOYEE AND FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:

Extended Health Care
Life Insurance
Out of Country Travel Insurance
Vision Care
Wellness Program
Make a difference and provide
HOPE:
Paid Time Off
Act as an important communication centre for staff and service users for the efficient and effective communication of information necessary to assist clients in the Shelter Diversion program
Hire qualified staff and to maintain effective employee relations consistent with the policies, mission and values of the Good Shepherd as well as the Collective Agreement between Good Shepherd and the Union
Motivate and retain qualified staff; provide effective performance feedback to staff on an ongoing basis to ensure staff are working at a satisfactory performance level
Consistently present the Good Shepherd Ministries and its services in a positive manner and adhere to Counselling and Case Management Service guidelines and procedures as established by the Good Shepherd; monitor the city of Toronto's strategic direction as it relates to Shelter Diversion, Housing and Case Management and advise senior management accordingly
Represent the Good Shepherd in City committees and working group meetings related to Shelter Diversion program
Promote networking and alliance building with other agencies for the purpose of increasing the effectiveness of the Shelter Diversion program; participate in regular management review meetings on matters including policy development, personnel and service review and budget development related to the Shelter Diversion program
Refer clients seeking drug/alcohol related support to appropriate services; assist clients during the shelter diversion process and provide support, direction, and encouragement

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in social work or equivalent education and work experience
Minimum of five (5) years experience in program management and clinical supervision in social services agencies, particularly in agencies for housing case management and crisis intervention for the homeless or underhoused
Demonstrated experience in providing leadership and promoting teamwork within a multidisciplinary work environment
A thorough understanding of housing first, harm reduction, housing transition, homelessness, poverty, health and related issues, and knowledge of relevant statutory and volunteer services to effectively serve the homeless and the disadvantaged
Solid experience in assessment, case management, crisis intervention, case coordination, housing case management and program development is required
Thorough knowledge of relevant legislation and government policies pertaining to housing, social assistance, health, etc.
Strong interpersonal skills to maintain teamwork which includes work overload, telephone and dealing with employees, visitors and hardtoserve client population, are essential
Valid CPR/First Aid Certificate or willingness to attain
Respectful and compassionate demeanour
Committed to antiracist/antioppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd
Fluency in a language in addition to English is an asset

How Can I Apply?

Don't Meet Every Requirement?

Our Values

_Hospitality_, as inspired by St. John of God is at the heart of Good Shepherd's mission. This means that we welcome all people with compassion, acceptance and a spirit of generosity; creating opportunities for transformation.

Hospitality embodies our
Values of:

Responsibility

Availability

Adaptability

Quality

Dignity

Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an antiracist and antioppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are e